CFD Analysis of Factors Affecting Conical Journal Bearing Performance

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Prasad D. Kulkarni
https://orcid.org/0009-0006-0345-5141
Vikas M. Phalle
Sanjay R. Pawar
Vishwadeep Handikherkar

Abstract

CFD analysis of conical journal bearings involves simulating fluid flow within the bearing to assess how factors like lubricant viscosity and flow rate impact performance. It includes evaluating pressure distribution and shear stresses to understand the effects of load and rotational speed. CFD Examination of Conical Journal Bearing (CJB) Relating Factors Performance involves using computational fluid dynamics to study and optimize the various parameters influencing the efficiency and behavior of conical journal bearings. CFD Analysis for conical journal-bearing performance is the high computational cost and time required for accurate simulations. To overcome the high computational cost of CFD analysis for conical journal bearings, use model simplification, mesh optimization, and parallel computing techniques. CFD analyzes the fluid flow and pressure distribution within conical journal bearings to evaluate how various factors impact their performance. It helps in understanding complex interactions and optimizing design parameters for improved efficiency and reliability. CFD provides detailed insights into fluid dynamics and pressure distribution, allowing for precise optimization of bearing performance. CFD analysis can reveal how factors like lubrication flow, bearing geometry, and operating conditions affect friction and wear, leading to more effective design improvements and enhanced bearing longevity.

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Kulkarni, P. D., Phalle, V. M., Pawar, S. R., & Handikherkar, V. (2024). CFD Analysis of Factors Affecting Conical Journal Bearing Performance. Zhongguo Kuangye Daxue Xuebao, 29(4), 407-418. https://zkdx.ch/journal/zkdx/article/view/127
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Kulkarni, P. D., Phalle, V. M., Pawar, S. R., & Handikherkar, V. (2024). CFD Analysis of Factors Affecting Conical Journal Bearing Performance. Zhongguo Kuangye Daxue Xuebao, 29(4), 407-418. https://zkdx.ch/journal/zkdx/article/view/127

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